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College of Business, Technology, and Communication

Carol L. Nielsen, J.D.

Interim Dean, College of Business, Technology and Communication

Office of the Dean
Decker Hall 110
Phone: 218-755-3732

1500 Birchmont Drive NE, #30
Bemidji, MN 56601-2699

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A World of Opportunity Awaits

Graduates of Bemidji State University's College of Business, Technology and Communication are prepared to enter rewarding 21st century careers in business, technology, information management and communication. Courses within the college also serve as prerequisites for students pursuing graduate and advanced professional programs. The college's curriculum includes both required and elective courses in the liberal arts, as well as exciting internship programs.

In our attempt to fulfill the realize our vision and mission we have the following goals.

  • Develop professionally through educational, scholarly, and creative activities
  • Support program accreditation
  • Provide a close-knit supportive faculty-student experience
  • Anticipate and respond to local and global professional needs
  • Create an atmosphere of academic excellence in a beautiful natural setting

The college offers degree programs in accounting, business administration, mass communications and technological studies. Besides these degree programs, the college also provides services and programming through the following centers: 360° — Manufacturing and Applied Engineering Center of Excellence, the Marketing Assistance and Research Solutions Center (MARS), Technology and Engineering Solutions (TES) and Optivation.

Faculty Blend Theory and Real-World Experiences

The college's faculty members bring both scholarship and practical experience to their classes, giving students a rich blend of theory and real-world applications. The faculty constantly update their teaching assets through research, advanced study and outreach to the broader community.

Programs Prepare the 21st Century Professional

Major programs in the College of Business, Technology and Communication offer students a world of opportunities. Programs include:

Accounting

  • Accounting, B.S. (with an optional emphasis in Accounting Information)

Business Administration

  • Business Administration, B.S. (Emphasis areas: Entrepreneurship/Small Business Management, Finance, Generalist, International Business, Management, and Marketing)

  • Computer Information Systems, B.S.
  • Marketing Communication, B.S.
  • Management Information Systems, B.S.

Mass Communications

  • Mass Communication, B.S. (Concentration areas: Advertising/Public Relations, Electronic Media, and Journalism/ New Media Concentration)
  • Marketing Communication, B.S.

Technological Studies

  • Applied Engineering, B.A.S.
  • Design Technology, B.S.
  • Industrial Technology, B.S.
  • Technology Management, B.A.S.

Minors